Posted on 02/25/2010 5:57:59 PM PST by Steelfish
Feb. 25, 2010 "Growing Pains'" Andrew Koenig Found Dead Father Walter Koenig Holds Emotional Press Conference, Says Son Took His Own Life (CBS/ AP) Vancouver police said Thursday evening that missing "Growing Pains" actor Andrew Koenig's body was discovered.
Koenig's father, of Walter Koenig, who played Chekov in the original "Star Trek" said during a press conference that his son took his own life.
Koenig, 41, was visiting friends in Vancouver when he went missing more than a week ago.
The Venice, California, native had a recurring role on the 1980s sitcom as Boner, a pal of star Kirk Cameron's character, Mike.
"What a great guy and a good human being," his father said. "He was obviously in a lot of pain."
Koenig implored others who were depressed to seek help.
"If you learn anything from this there are people out there who really care, you may not think so, and it may ultimately not be enough, but there are people who really care," Koenig said. "Before you make that final decision, check it out again and talk to somebody."
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Bah thats bad..
That is as sad as it gets.
Wow. That story has about a dozen elements that scream for a snide remark. But as a father, my heart Aches for you Walter. I pray for God’s grace upon you and your family.
Those poor, poor people. I hope they have a lot of people around them who will give them the love and support they need.
He did a good job playing the goofy Boner. Wasn’t his dad’s name Sylvester Stabone? Lol.
Very sad.
Very sad.
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Very inappropriate. Suicide is not something to joke about. He left behind a family that loved him.
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Kirk Cameron ‘praying’ for Andrew Koenig’s safe return
14 commentsFeb. 23, 2010 08:57 AM
USA TODAY .
“I am very concerned to hear of the disappearance of my old friend Andrew Koenig,” says Kirk Cameron in a statement. Cameron and Koenig co-starred on Growing Pains, which aired from 1985-1992. “I can remember many of the fun times we had on the set of Growing Pains. I am praying for his family during this time of distress and for his safe return.”
Koenig, 41, hasn’t been seen since Feb. 14. “Andrew, if you’re reading this, please call me,” Cameron added. “Mike and Boner could always work things out when they put their minds to it. I’m praying for you, pal. Hope to hear from you soon.”
Meanwhile, Vancouver constable Tim Fanning tells USA TODAY that investigators believe Koenig is still in the Vancouver area and “doesn’t want to be found.”
http://www.azcentral.com/ent/celeb/articles/2010/02/23/20100223kirk-cameron-andrew-koenig.html
That is just stupid.
A young man killed himself and you laugh.
You are totally classless.
I am sorry for your loss.
No one helped him, no one will help you.
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